Chandler Police Looking for G.A.I.N. Participants

The Chandler Police Department is seeking out neighborhood groups interested in this year’s annual G.A.I.N. event.  G.A.I.N. (Getting Arizona Involved in Neighborhoods) is a day to celebrate the success of crime prevention through community involvement.  This event also provides members … Continued

Police Seek Help Identifying Disorderly Subject

On June 15, 2012 an adult female was shopping inside the Hobby Lobby at 3456 W. Chandler Bl. when an unknown adult Hispanic male touched her inappropriately.  When the victim confronted the subject, he walked out of the store.  A … Continued

Jewelry Fraud Suspect Receives Prison Sentence

Beginning in October of 2009 Edward Brueggemeyer conspired with seven other suspects in a series of fraudulent jewelry transactions across Maricopa County.  The men purchased large quantities of stainless steel bracelets and necklaces, stamped the jewelry with 14k, 18k, and … Continued

Serial Burglar Apprehended

Since April of 2012 an unknown suspect has been committing burglaries at various cellular phone retailers in west Chandler.  In all, eight separate burglaries occurred at AT&T, Sprint, Verizon, and T-Mobile stores.  During the burglaries, the suspect used the same … Continued

Police Seek Persons of Interest in Hit & Run

On August 4, 2012 around 10:00pm 26-year-old Steven Bright was walking with his brother in their south Chandler neighborhood when a white Ford quad-cab pick-up truck pulled up alongside them.  Inside were two white teenage girls throwing water balloons.  The … Continued

Police Seek Help Identifying Theft Suspects

Detectives from the Chandler Police Department’s Property Crimes Unit are actively seeking the identity of two suspects involved in a bicycle theft.  Investigators believe the two are part of a large-scale identity theft ring operating throughout central and northern Arizona.  … Continued

Chandler Police Seeking Applicants for Motorist Assist Program

The Chandler Police Department Volunteers in Policing Services program is currently seeking additional volunteers to become part of our team.  We are now accepting applications for people interested in becoming a Motorist Assist Volunteer.  Volunteers respond to stranded motorists, collision … Continued

Safety Tips for the Upcoming School Year

Another school year is upon us with the Chandler Unified School District beginning the 2012-2013 school year on Monday, July 23, 2012.  Motorists may experience heavier traffic in the morning and afternoon hours, and should be prepared for encounters with … Continued

Protect Your Home from Burglars

Recent investigations involving residential burglaries show criminals utilizing the same technique.  Burglars are attempting contact with residents at the front door.  If they receive no answer, the suspects gain access to the backyard and either force entry into the home … Continued

Citizens Police Academy Begins August 15th

The Chandler Police Department is now accepting applications for its next Citizens Police Academy.  The 11-week academy begins August 15, 2012, and runs through October 24, 2012.  Classes are held on Wednesday evenings from 6pm – 9pm at the Department’s … Continued